RCB cancel practice, press conference after serious security threat to Virat Kohli in Ahmedabad: Report

Ahead of the all-important Eliminator clash on Wednesday, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru reportedly suffered a nasty security scare concerning star batter Virat Kohli.

As per a report by Anandbazar Patrika, a Bengali daily, the franchise had to cancel its only practice session before the start of the match due to a security concern.

It goes on to state that the Bengaluru-based franchise did not even hold the usual press conference on the eve of the knockout game in Ahmedabad.

Apart from allegedly arresting four individuals over suspected terror links and activity, the Gujarat police also hinted that the press conference and practice session cancellations were related to Kohli's security.

A police officer was quoted in the report as saying, 'Virat Kohli learned about the arrests after arriving in Ahmedabad. He is a national treasure, and his security is our utmost priority.'

After the teams were reportedly informed about the developments, RCB chose to cancel their session while Rajasthan went ahead.

Extra security measures were also taken to cordon off the hotel where players are residing in the city, with even IPL-accreddited members not being allowed inside.